Vietnam Public Holidays in 2024

Vietnam Public Holidays in 2024

Vietnam Public Holidays are specific days off in Vietnam marked for particular special events. In the 2024, Vietnamese citizens enjoy 6 major holidays. Visitors from abroad should be mindful of these holidays in Vietnam, as offices and services might be closed, and there could be surcharges for certain services during these times.

Below is the list of Vietnam 2024 National holidays. The Vietnam Immigration Department closes on those days, therefore, no visa approval letters are issued. Kindly check your flight schedule and apply accordingly.

Day	Weekday	Name of the holiday
1 Jan	Monday	New Year’s Day
9 Feb to 15 Feb	Friday to Thursday	Lunar New Year
18 Apr	Thursday	Hung Kings Commemoration Day
30 Apr	Tuesday	Reunification Day
1 May	Wednesday	International Labour Day
2 Sep	Monday	Independence Day day
3 Sep	Tuesday	Independence Day day off

*Annotate:

1 January (1 day off): New Year’s Day

New Year’s Day is a global celebration of hope and optimism, as we mark the beginning of a new year.

9 – 15 February (7 days off): Lunar New Year (Tet Holiday)

Tet Holiday 2024 (Vietnamese New Year) is the most important occasion. It is a time for family members to come together and celebrate the new lunar year. Tet is celebrated on the first day of the first month of the lunar calendar, and it typically lasts for 7-10 days.

18 April (1 day off): Hung Kings Commemoration Day

Hung Kings Commemoration Day is a Vietnamese national holiday celebrated to honor the Hung Kings – the legendary founders of the Vietnamese nation. It is a time for Vietnamese people to pay tribute to their ancestors and to celebrate their national heritage.

30 April (1 day off): Reunification Day

Reunification Day or Liberation Day is a Vietnamese national holiday celebrated to commemorate the reunification of North and South Vietnam in 1975. It is a time for Vietnamese people to celebrate their national unity and to remember the sacrifices that were made during the war.

1 May (1 day off): International Labour Day

International Labour Day is an important holiday for workers around the world. It is a day to celebrate the contributions of workers to society and to demand better working conditions and rights for all people.

2-3 September (2 days off): Independence Day

Independence Day is a national holiday in Vietnam that commemorates the declaration of independence from France in 1945. It is celebrated on September 2nd each year.

Vietnam Public Holidays in 2023

Below is the list of Vietnam 2023 National holidays. The Vietnam Immigration Department closes on those days, therefore, no visa approval letters are issued. Kindly check your flight schedule and apply accordingly.

Day	Weekday	Name of the holiday
1 Jan	Sunday	New Year
2 Jan	Monday	New Year day off
20 Jan – 26 Jan	Friday to Thursday	Lunar New Year
29 Apr	Saturday	Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day
30 Apr	Sunday	Reunification Day
1 May	Monday	International Labour Day
2 May	Tuesday	Hung King’s Commemoration Day day off
3 May	Wednesday	Reunification Day day off
2 Sep	Saturday	Independence Day
4 Sep	Monday	Independence Day day off

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a visa through the embassy during the public holiday?